Curiously buried in the body of FX's latest press-release, the fifth season of 'American Horror Story' will consist of another 13 episodes next year, presumably with an all-new story and setting. The 'Freak Show,' meanwhile, provided the highest viewing numbers of the franchise to date, 10 million overall, with subsequent encores netting over 13 million.

Says FX of the news:

The American Horror Story anthology has had the highest growth trajectory of any show in FX history, not to mention an unprecedented track record of success in awards recognition. With Ryan Murphy and his partners, Brad Falchuk, Dante Di Loreto and Tim Minear at the helm, the show’s success is not surprising. AHS continues to deliver amazing stories, a brilliant troupe of actors led by Jessica Lange, and a visual style unlike any other on TV.

With Nip/Tuck, Glee, The Normal Heart, and American Horror Story, Ryan Murphy has established himself as one of the most successful and prolific producers of this generation. We expect AHS: Freak Show and the next incarnation of AHS to further his legacy.

We've included the latest preview for this Wednesday's new 'Freak Show' installment and beyond below, but what say you? Are you at all surprised / happy to have 'American Horror Story' season 5 arriving in 2015?